The Distillery Story

Barrell Craft Spirits, founded in 2013 by former marketing & technology entrepreneur and passionate home brewer Joe Beatrice, is an innovative distillery based in Louisville, Kentucky. It quickly distinguished itself in the spirits industry through its pioneering approach to the sourcing, blending, and aging of high-quality spirits. This approach, inspired by the tradition of Scotland’s independent bottlers, focuses on exploring the intricate effects of distinct distillation methods, barrels, and aging environments on cask strength spirits. Barrell Craft Spirits’ portfolio showcases a remarkable variety of flavors and profiles, achieving high ratings and garnering awards internationally. Their distinctive model involves carefully selecting exceptional casks from established producers worldwide. Barrels are then aged further, blended, and bottled at Barrell's Kentucky facilities. This process not only reflects the company's commitment to craftsmanship and quality but also underscores their continual pursuit of innovation. The distillery’s environmental consciousness highlights its dedication to sustainability, employing eco-friendly practices in every aspect of production and distillation. Barrell Craft Spirits’ commitment to excellence and craft has not only built a loyal customer base but has also set new standards within the industry. Their broad range of products, including their acclaimed whiskeys and rums, has vaulted Barrell Craft Spirits to the forefront of global spirits distribution, offering a distinctly American taste of craftsmanship to enthusiasts around the world.